An arrow is a thin pointed stick used with a bow. People shoot arrows in games like archery or in hunting.
The archer shot the arrow at the target.
He picked up an arrow from the ground.
An arrow can be a simple shape that shows a way or direction. You often see arrows on signs or maps.
Follow the arrow to find the exit.
The arrow points to the right on the sign.
In computers, arrows are symbols that show direction. They help people know where to click or move things.
Click the arrow to open the menu.
Use the arrow keys to move the cursor.
In math and science, an arrow shows direction and size of a force or movement. It has a head that points one way.
Draw an arrow to show the force direction.
The arrow on the graph points up.
In old or poetic use, 'arrow' means anything sharp or pointed like an arrow. It is less common today.
The mountain peak rose like an arrow.
His eyes were arrows of light in the dark.
In editing and printing, an arrow shows where to add or fix text. It is a special proofreader’s symbol.
The editor used an arrow to add missing words.
Proofreaders mark mistakes with arrows.
